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SEA LIFE Melbourne AquariumvsFederation Square
Both are rated very highly by professional reviewers. Overall, Federation Square ranks significantly better than SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium. Federation Square is ranked #6 in Melbourne with accolades from 8 reviews such as Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Concierge.
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
Fodor's
Concierge
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
Time Out
Michelin Guide
Cnr Flinders St & King St, Melbourne, Victoria 3000
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Fodor's "Become part of the action as you stroll through a transparent tunnel surrounded by water and the denizens of the deep on the prowl." Full review
Concierge "Australia's only aquarium specializing in Southern Ocean creatures houses 10,000 marine and a few dozen land-based animals in a series of spiral-down display."
Frommer's "The Melbourne Aquarium’s prize exhibit is an Antarctica display featuring King and Gentoo penguins playing in the pool (with underwater viewing)." Full review
Lonely Planet "This aquarium is home to rays, gropers and sharks." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Explore coral reefs, penguin coves, and the world of rainforest waterways all without getting wet, although the aquarium does offer the chance to plunge below the depths in a dive with the sharks." Full review
Time Out "Over three levels there are 12 new themed zones of discovery, and kids can get their passport stamped at each station...there are daily feeding times and presentations, kids’ birthday party packages " Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Here is an aquarium that appeals to young and old alike. No fewer than 12,000 aquatic animals of 650 different species are kept in tanks designed to recreate their actual marine biotopes" Full review
Federation Square Fodor's Concierge Lonely Planet Time Out
Afar Magazine Travel + Leisure Time Out
Condé Nast Traveler Travel + Leisure Frommer's
Corner Swanston and Flinders Streets, Melbourne, Victoria 3000
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Fodor's "The bold, abstract-style landmark was designed to be Melbourne's official meeting place, with a variery of attractions and restaurants." Full review
Concierge "This architecturally striking cultural complex in City Centre... is encircled by bars, cafés, and restaurants, including celebrity chef Michael Lambie's much-lauded Taxi."
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Melburnians have finally come to embrace Federation Square, accepting it as the congregation place it was meant to be." Full review
Time Out "When Melburnians want to take a break from complaining about the weather, they start whinging about Melbourne's 'Meeting Place', Federation Square." Full review
Afar Magazine "Great culture, restaurants and park." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Designed by local firms Lab Architecture Studio and Bates Smart, it utilizes a fractal triangular design in three materials: zinc, glass, and sandstone." Full review
Time Out "Transport yourself to Africa as Federation Square comes alive with vibrant music, dance performances and artworks." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Arguably the hub of Melbourne's CBD, Federation Square is a center of cultural activity." Full review
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Definitely don't miss out on the Ian Potter Center, the Square's gallery dedicated to indigenous art.
Travel + Leisure "A great starting point for first-time visitors, this striking public square sits between the Yarra River and the southern edge of the CBD, and directly across from Flinders Street Station"
Melbourne Travel Guide
August 16, 2021
Frommer's "You have to get into Federation Square, physically, to appreciate it. The controversial design... has given the city a gathering place." Full review
